Michel Design Works Poppies & Posies Soy Blend Scented Jar Candle with Lid

Poppy and jasmine don't often share a candle, but Michel Design Works makes it work — the Poppies & Posies Soy Blend Scented Jar Candle layers those two florals over violet and fruit for a scent that's soft without being thin. It's the kind of fragrance that fills a room gradually rather than announcing itself, which makes it a natural fit for living rooms, bedrooms, or anywhere you want scent that stays in the background until you notice it's making everything feel better. The glass jar is printed with original botanical artwork, so it earns a spot on a shelf even after the wax is gone.

• Floral fragrance blend: poppy and jasmine as the lead notes, with violet and fruit underneath for added depth
• Soy blend wax: burns cleaner than paraffin and helps the scent throw stay consistent from first light to last
• 30+ hour burn time: long enough to carry through weeks of regular evening use
• Artist-printed glass jar: original Michel Design Works botanical illustration printed directly on the glass — not a label
• Comes with a lid: keeps dust out between burns and helps preserve the fragrance
• Reusable container: the jar cleans up well once the wax is spent and works as a small vessel, cup, or storage jar

To get the most out of this Michel Design Works soy blend candle, trim the wick to about a quarter inch before each burn — longer wicks tend to mushroom and produce more soot than you want on that printed glass. On the first burn, let the wax melt all the way to the edges of the jar before blowing it out; this prevents tunneling and makes sure you're using the full 30+ hours. Keep the candle away from drafts, which cause uneven burns and can push flame toward the glass. When the wax is down to the last half inch, it's time to retire it — burning past that point can overheat the jar. To clean the empty jar, pour a small amount of boiling water in and let the remaining wax float to the surface as it cools, then wipe clean with a soft cloth. The illustrated glass is worth keeping around.